July 5, 2016. Be Strong & Courageous

One of my favorite scriptures..

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” - Joshua 1:9 ✨

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A friend shared the following message with me the other day, and it seems comforting to read this morning. She knows who she is, so thank you, my friend.

   AS YOU GET OUT OF BED in the morning, be aware of My Presence with you. You may not be thinking clearly yet, but I am. Your early morning thoughts tend to be anxious ones until you get connected with Me. Invite Me into your thoughts by whispering My Name. Suddenly your day brightens and feels more user-friendly. You cannot dread a day that is vibrant with My Presence.

   You gain confidence through knowing that I am with you -- that you face nothing alone. Anxiety stems from asking the wrong question: "If such and such happens, can I handle it?" The true question is not whether you can cope with whatever happens, but whether you and I together can handle anything that occurs. It is this you-and-I-together factor that gives you confidence to face the day cheerfully.

                                 Psalm 5:3; Psalm 63:1 NKJV; Philippians 4:13